Carla J. Stidham 1946-2023

Carla was born Dec. 6, 1946, in Sharon, Pa., to parents Carl E. and Martha Faye Ballinger Alderman-Nicastro.

On Sept. 3, 1966, she married her high school sweetheart and man of her dreams, Dale W. Stidham. Together they started a family; born into this union were two children, Brian and Nancy.

She worked the majority of her career as an office manager for Dr. Stypula in Sharon. In addition, she helped in the office for Dr. Brown, as well as Regional Cardiology.

In her spare time, Carla enjoyed gambling, winters in Arizona and going to Geneva for an Eddie’s Grill footlong hotdog. However, her absolute favorite pastime was caring for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Carla is survived by her husband of 56 years, Dale; son, Brian Stidham of Vienna; daughter, Nancy Brenner (Richard) of Hubbard; grandchildren, Christian Brenner (Abby), Chad Stidham (Alexandrea) and Karlie Brenner; three great-grandchildren; sister, Marsha Carlo (Gary) of Hubbard; stepsister, Jean Wudl (Jim) of West Middlesex, Pa.; sister-in-law, Carol (Ray) Sauline of Hubbard; as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather, William Nicastro; and brother-in-law, Jack Bailey.

In lieu of giving flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the donor’s choice.

In accordance to her wishes, private services were held for her family.

Expressions of sympathy may be left for her family at www.bricelandfuneralservice.com.

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